Environment
The World Bank Global Impact and the blessedness of Dr Joy Iganya Agene as a gifted Soul to the Sub-sahara African countries
Ecological management refers to the sustainable management and conservation of natural resources, including land, water, soil, and living organisms, to maintain ecosystem services and promote human well-being. In sub-Saharan African countries, effective ecological management is crucial due to the region’s climate and topography.
It is quite notable that World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5th to raise awareness and promote action on environmental issues. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) established World Environment Day in 1972 to encourage global efforts to protect the environment and promote sustainable development.
The environment is vital for human existence, economic development, and overall well-being. Its importance cannot be overstated, and it is essential to prioritize environmental conservation and sustainability.
Here are some reasons why the environment is vital:
Supports Life: The environment provides air, water, food, and shelter, essential for human survival.
Regulates Climate: The environment regulates the Earth’s temperature, weather patterns, and natural cycles.
Provides Resources: The environment offers natural resources like fossil fuels, minerals, and timber, which drive economic growth.
Supports Biodiversity: The environment is home to diverse flora and fauna, maintaining ecological balance and supporting food chains.
Influences Health: Environmental factors significantly impact human health, with pollution and climate change causing various diseases.
Affects Economy: Environmental degradation can lead to economic losses, while sustainable practices can generate employment and income.
Shapes Culture: The environment influences cultural heritage, with natural landscapes and resources inspiring art, literature, and spirituality.
Supports Recreation: The environment offers opportunities for recreation, tourism, and relaxation, enhancing human well-being.
Maintains Water Cycles: The environment regulates water cycles, ensuring freshwater availability for human consumption and agriculture.
Essential for Aesthetics: Natural landscapes and environments provide beauty, inspiration, and a sense of wonder.
Supports Agriculture: The environment provides fertile soil, water, and climate conditions for agriculture, feeding human populations.
Mitigates Disasters: A healthy environment can reduce the impact of natural disasters like floods, droughts, and storms.
Supports Education and Research: The environment provides opportunities for scientific research, education, and innovation.
Influences Policy and Governance: Environmental concerns shape policy decisions, international agreements, and global cooperation.
Essential for Human Rights: Access to a healthy environment is a basic human right, essential for dignity and well-being.
To alleviate the sub-Sahara African countries from both ecological and climatic challenges nature (God) via the World Bank gifted the person of Dr. Iganya Joy Agene to the continent of Africa and today the unique impactful venture revolves around the global space and Nigeria is not left out.
Dr. Iganya Joy Agene is a senior environment specialist at the World Bank and the task team leader of the $700 million Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) project. She was previously the task team leader of the $900 million Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP) now closed. She has been involved in efforts to addressing climate change and environmental challenges while promoting the improvement of sustainable landscape management practices in Nigeria and globally.
The acronym “ACReSAL” stands for Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscapes.
It is a World Bank-assisted Project aimed at addressing the challenges of land degradation and climate Change in Northern Nigeria on a multi-dimensional scale.
In its overview, the ACReSAL project is a multi-sectoral and multi-institutional scheme, covering Environment, Agriculture and Water. It was designed by the Federal Government of Nigeria to combat desertification and restore degraded lands, and special ecosystems for agriculture and biodiversity conservation.
Under the leadership of Dr. Joy Iganya Agene, some of the project’s impacts include:
Environmental Conservation: Both NEWMAP and ACReSAL project, contributed to the conservation of natural resources, reclamation of degraded lands, and promotion of sustainable land use practices.
2. Climate Change Mitigation: She authored World Bank Nigeria’s policy note on climate change and Dr. Agene work is targeted towards climate change resilience.
3. Agricultural Development: As a task team leader for the now closed NEWMAP and the ongoing ACReSAL, some of the impacts include support to smallholder farmers, especially women and youth, to improve their livelihoods through sustainable agricultural practices and income-generating activities.
4. Capacity Building: As a geologist, an environmentalist and a space scientist, she has trained and empowered numerous stakeholders, including government officials, farmers, and community leaders, on the use of destructive technology and on sustainable environmental management practices.
5. Gender Empowerment: Dr. Agene has promoted gender equality and women’s empowerment through her work, supporting women’s participation in decision-making processes and economic development.
6. Community Engagement: She has fostered community engagement and participation in natural resource management, promoting ownership and sustainability.
7. Economic Growth: Through her work, contributions were made towards local economic growth and development, while improving the livelihoods of millions of Nigerian
Her work is tailored towards contributions to the fulfillment of the United Nations’ environmental goals, particularly in the areas of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 13: Climate Action.
Dr. Joy Iganya Agene’s work has had a lasting impact on Nigerian society, promoting sustainability, resilience, and economic growth, and serving as a role model for future generations.
Happy World Environment Day ma.
Abah Benjamin Eneojoh Treasure
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Lokoja, Nigeria.
The Nasarawa state Accountant General AG, Hon. Dr. Musa Ahmed Mohammed (Baraden Nasarawa), has described the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources as a critical pillar for the state’s growth and development.
Dr. Mohammed made this assertion during a congratulatory visit to the newly appointed Commissioner, Barr. Isaac Danladi, at his office on Tuesday.
Acknowledging the warm reception Barr. Danladi has received since assuming office, the Accountant General noted that the ministry has become a hub of engagement, attracting numerous stakeholders eager to collaborate with the new commissioner.
This, he said, underscores Danladi’s reputation as a grassroots mobilizer and community leader.
Expressing confidence in the commissioner’s leadership, Dr. Mohammed emphasized that effective governance now hinges on the implementation of Governor Abdullahi Sule’s ambitious budget.
He stressed the need for collaboration and broad consultations to ensure the successful execution of the administration’s development agenda.
In response, Barr. Danladi described the visit as timely and significant, viewing it as a call to action for enhanced cooperation between his ministry and the Accountant General’s office.
He reaffirmed his commitment to driving progress and working closely with all stakeholders to advance the state’s environmental and economic goals.
Environment
Oyo Govt seals industrial facility, lounge, declares state of emergency in markets, public places
The Oyo State Government has sealed an industrial facility over its incessant violation and noncompliance to Environmental regulations.
The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Architect Abdulmojeed Olawale Mogbojubola, gave the directive for the sealing of the facility, on the heels of several complaints and petitions received on the health Hazzard incured by the residents around the facility.
Reports revealed that the unhealthy fumes, emitted from Fountain Manufacturing Company Ltd, located in Oluyole, Ibadan, has caused great uproar in the area.
The Ministry had for years wadded into the matter, for amicable mediation among residents, but the facility owner had invariably failed to either respond or comply with government directives on the matter and obeying the State environmental laws.
Likewise, the Ministry sealed a popular lounge along Akala Express, Casta De Lounge, for dumping its waste on the highway median.
The Ministry also revealed that after necessary investigations, the lounge refused to patronize the government assigned waste collectors and is culpable of several environmental offences.
Oyo Govt Declares State of Emergency on Waste Disposal in Markets, Public Places
Meanwhile, the Oyo State government has declared a state of emergency on inappropriate waste disposal, in all markets and public places.
The Honourable Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Architect Abdulmojeed Olawale Mogbojubola, made this known, during a scheduled meeting with heads of markets across the State in the Ministry’s Conference room.
The Honourable Commissioner stated that the government had commenced the distribution of skip bins, to major markets in the State, affirming that the waste disposal containers would put an end to the era of indiscriminate refuse dump on road medians and unauthorized places.
He assured that the skip bins would be evenly distributed across all markets and public places.
Mogbonjubola however charged the market executives, the “Baba and Iya Lojas” to ensure proactiveness and cleanliness in the markets, to avoid preventable cases of market closure.
While narrating the efforts of the Ministry at promptly evacuating wastes, which he personally supervised, Mogbonjubola reiterated the commitment of government to end indiscriminate refuse dumps in all markets and public places.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo has presented the sum of three billion Naira (3,000,000,000) to over 2,381 direct beneficiaries in over 170 groups from 80 communities impacted by climate change under the Community Revolving Fund of the Agro-climate Resilience in Semi-arid Landscapes (ACReSAL) Project in partnership with the World Bank Group.
Performing the presentation of cheques at the Government House in Lokoja on Monday, Governor Ododo said the Community Revolving Fund is in line with his administration’s commitment to ensure food security and sustainable agricultural practices in the State.
Governor Ododo who assured that the Kogi State government will continue to provide enabling environment for the success and sustenance of the ACReSAL project, noted that the effort is in furtherance of the development agenda of the state to increase the adoption of sustainable landscape management, and to strengthen the long-term framework for integrated climate resilience landscape management and effective agricultural practices across communities in the 21 local government areas in the state.
He commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for according priority to sustainable agriculture practice and for the unwavering commitment to enhance the welfare of families in all parts of Nigeria.
The Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management, Engineer Joseph Oluwasegun in his speech , said the Community Revolving Fund seeks to place Kogi state on the map of states where food security and sufficiency are guaranteed in Nigeria.
The Governor urged the benefiting groups and communities to utilize the fund with diligence and to demonstrate ability to ensure that other members of the community continue to benefit from the project.
Earlier in her address, the State Coordinator of AcreSal, Barrister Ladi Ahmed Jatto said the Community Revolving Fund (CRF) is an interest-free investment fund which began with the first phase of its disbursement in June 2024 with over 2,381 direct beneficiaries.
She emphasized that the second phase of the disbursement is a justification of the effective utilization of the first phase and the overall performance of the Kogi state government as adjudged by the World Bank Task Team.
She called on beneficiaries to make the best use of the fund, adding that the fund is a loan from the World Bank under guaranteed repayment by the state government.
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